Verified College DataA Doctoral University (which undergraduates attend) with very high research activityNCAA Division I

University of California-Davis

Davis, CA, United States

49% admit rate87% graduationpublic

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University of California-Davis is a public institution in Davis, CA. IPEDS-reported enrollment is approximately 7,382 students. The published admit rate is 49%. Out-of-state tuition is listed at $59,296 before aid. The graduation rate in federal outcomes data is 87%. CollegesRef separates verified metrics from this editorial overview — confirm figures on the admissions, financial, and outcomes tabs before making decisions.

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